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Institute on Disability Receives Challenge Grant for an Inclusive College Program

January 3, 2019

"The Institute on Disability (IOD) at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) has been awarded a $150,000 grant from the John Vance ACCESS Fund, a donor-advised fund of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, to support the implementation of the UNH-4U program, a new initiative providing an inclusive college experience to students with intellectual disabilities. The IOD is currently seeking an additional $150,000 in matching contributions necessary to begin the admissions process for students."

Continue to Fully Fund the Waitlist

December 7, 2018

CSNI would like to take a moment to thank all of the families, staff providers and partner organizations that joined us at the rally on December 5, 2018 to highlight the importance of continuing to fully fund the Waitlist and services within the developmental disability system. CSNI and some of its members along with ABLE NH cosponsored the event. Wednesday was organization day for the legislators and they had a packed schedule all day.

Thank you to Senator Bradley who was able to find time to speak to the group about the importance of staying involved. Thank you to all of the families who were able to take time out of their day to share their story and the impact that the waitlist has, had or could have on their family. We are happy that CSNI’s board president, Sandy Pelletier, was able to close the event with a positive message.

The 2019 legislative session is about to begin. It is a budget year where the legislature will be crafting a new budget for the two years to follow. It is vitally important that families continue to share their stories. Meet with your state representatives and build a relationship with them. There are upwards of 1000 bills each legislative session. There will be bills that impact all of us. Let your voices be heard.

General Election Results

November 9 2018

The General Elections took place on November 6, 2018. New Hampshire saw significant changes in the NH House of Representatives, the State Senate and the NH Executive Council. Chris Sununu was re-elected as the Governor of New Hampshire for a second term.

To see the updated results following the election you can visit the Secretary of State website below.

The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking public input on the development of its Ten-Year Mental Health Plan (Plan). The Plan will provide a framework to anticipate and address the mental health needs of New Hampshire residents, and feedback from stakeholders and the public will inform the development of the Plan.

To provide opportunities for the individuals and their families, advocates, providers, and elected officials the opportunity to provide input on the Plan, DHHS is holding 6 public information sessions in September and October throughout the State. Each session is scheduled for 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. To see a full list of the locations of the six meetings scheduled around the state visit the link below.

2018 NH State Primary Election Results

September 15, 2018

The New Hampshire Primary Elections took place on September 11, 2018. The link below has the results of the election. Here you can find information related to State Senate, House and Gubernatorial. It also has results from US Congressional Districts. The General Election is Tuesday November 6, 2018.

NH to Receive $1.23 Million In Federal Support from US Department of Education

September 10, 2018

Vocational Rehabilitation mission is to assist eligible New Hampshire citizens with disabilities secure suitable employment and financial and personal independence by providing rehabilitation services. They have experienced financial challenges which has placed them in an order of selection. To learn more about the services that Vocational Rehab offers you get visit their site here.

DHHS Expands Medicaid to Schools

September 5, 2018

DHHS recently announced that it has developed interim rules to support NH School districts receive Medicaid reimbusement for certain services provided by the schools to students with disabilities who are on an IEP or a 504 plan. For more details, click the link below to the DHHS announcement.